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With Maguire securing a move to the Premier League with Hull City, Clough is eager to bolster his defensive ranks and is looking to tempt Pearce into exchanging the Championship for England’s third tier.

Clough understands a move for the Elland Road defender will represent a considerable outlay for the Blades but remains eager to pursue a deal for the 26-year-old.

Leeds completed their 12th summer signing on Monday with Danish international midfielder Casper Sloth arriving in West Yorkshire, but it remains to be seen whether the Whites would entertain the prospect of doing business regarding their captain.